Products supplied by LCS, including positioning & sleep systems and care cots designed to support comfort, safety and postural needs.
Positioning Systems
Sleep Systems
Sleep Kits
Care Cots
Shower/Commode Chair
Frequently Asked Questions
What positioning products are available from LCS in Ireland?
LCS supplies a range of specialist positioning and postural care products designed to support the comfort, safety and individual needs of children and adults.
The range includes positioning systems, sleep systems, sleep kits, specialist care cots and shower/commode chairs.
Working alongside occupational therapists, physiotherapists and other healthcare professionals, LCS helps identify suitable solutions for individuals with varying levels of postural control, mobility and support requirements.
What are positioning systems, and who can benefit from them?
Positioning systems are specialist support products designed to help individuals maintain appropriate body alignment during activities such as sitting, lying, resting and rehabilitation.
They may benefit children and adults who experience difficulty maintaining their posture independently due to neurological, neuromuscular or other conditions affecting movement and postural control.
Depending on the product, positioning systems can provide targeted support for the pelvis, trunk, head and limbs. The appropriate solution should be selected following an individual clinical assessment.
What is the difference between a sleep system and a sleep kit?
A sleep system is designed to provide supported positioning while a person is lying in bed, helping accommodate their individual postural requirements during rest and sleep.
Sleep kits typically contain a selection of positioning components that can be arranged to provide support in different lying positions, depending on the individual’s needs and the particular kit.
Both may form part of a wider 24-hour postural management programme. An occupational therapist or physiotherapist can help determine which solution is appropriate.
How can positioning products support 24-hour postural management?
24-hour postural management considers how an individual’s body is supported throughout the day and night, rather than focusing solely on wheelchair seating.
Positioning products can help provide consistent support across sitting, lying, resting and personal care activities. This may assist with maintaining body alignment, accommodating existing postural asymmetries and supporting comfort.
A coordinated approach involving healthcare professionals, the individual and their carers helps ensure that the selected equipment is appropriate for each activity and environment.
Does LCS supply specialist care cots and shower/commode chairs?
Yes. Alongside its positioning and sleep systems, LCS supplies specialist care cots and shower/commode chairs for individuals who require additional support during everyday care activities.
Care cots provide a dedicated environment for individuals with complex care and safety requirements, while specialist shower/commode chairs can assist with supported positioning during bathing and toileting.
The correct equipment depends on factors such as mobility, posture, transfer requirements, care routines and the individual’s home or clinical environment.
How do I arrange an assessment or demonstration of positioning products with LCS?
To discuss a positioning product assessment or demonstration, contact LCS directly or speak with your local LCS representative.
The assessment considers the individual’s posture, mobility, comfort, functional abilities, care requirements and environment. Where appropriate, LCS works alongside occupational therapists, physiotherapists, families and carers to identify a suitable solution.
For more information about positioning products in Ireland, contact LCS Ltd at info@lcs.ltd or call 071 916 3905.
You can also find your local representative at https://lcs.ltd/find-my-rep/.